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Clinical research studies are critical for improving patient care and medical knowledge. This video features UC Davis patients who share their stories and thoughts on the importance of research and participating in a clinical trial.

UC Davis Clinical Research Center

UC Davis clinical research improves the lives of patients in Sacramento

Breakthroughs that address the health challenges facing our world are at the core of our mission to discover and share knowledge to advance health. UC Davis conducts more than 1,000 research studies annually, including basic science, translational and clinical trial research — all with the goal of bringing new, effective and safe treatments to patients more quickly.

The communities we serve help us achieve our goals by volunteering to participate in research studies that could lead to new and improved treatments. In addition, UC Davis encourages diversity in its clinical trial enrollments since the effects of diseases or conditions can vary with age, race and ethnicity.

What is a clinical trial?

A clinical trial is a research project conducted with men, women or children to determine if an investigational drug, device or procedure is safe and effective. Some other words that describe clinical research are study, protocol, survey or experiment.

Featured Clinical Trial - Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

The primary objective of this study is to determine whether improvement in ultrasonographic measures correlates with symptomatic improvement after 6 weeks of wrist splint use. There are 2 study visits 6 weeks apart and one follow-up questionnaire via US mail or phone after 3 months. Controls have a one-time visit. All study visits will occur at UCD Medical Center in Sacramento, CA. Compensation will be provided.